Category Archives: Africa

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Notes of Nomads: Africa Edition

Thanks so much to everyone who participated in last week’s discussion on Europe! This week, we’re heading south to the amazingly diverse and colorful continent of Africa! We are planning to spend three months traveling next year. If we were

Africa, map, globe, continent

Notes of Nomads: Africa Edition

Thanks so much to everyone who participated in last week’s discussion on Europe! This week, we’re heading south to the amazingly diverse and colorful continent of Africa! We are planning to spend three months traveling next year. If we were

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The Felucca…

We think of time as a gift and travel as the ultimate way to spend it. Even when we travel for long periods, we don’t want to waste a single day not putting ourselves out there in this wide world

felucca, Nile, river, Egypt, trip, boat, Aswan, Kom Ombo, travel, relax, relaxing, quiet, slow, photos, things to do

The Felucca…

We think of time as a gift and travel as the ultimate way to spend it. Even when we travel for long periods, we don’t want to waste a single day not putting ourselves out there in this wide world

Unexpected Shower, Sahara Desert, Morocco

Unexpected Shower…

It may not be the sharpest of images, but it remains one of my all-time favorite travel pictures. Taken in October 2006 in the Sahara Desert, Morocco, where it had been raining for days, this young boy got a little

Unexpected Shower, Sahara Desert, Morocco

Unexpected Shower…

It may not be the sharpest of images, but it remains one of my all-time favorite travel pictures. Taken in October 2006 in the Sahara Desert, Morocco, where it had been raining for days, this young boy got a little

Casablancan Street Scene

Capturing Casablanca…

Casablancan street scene, June 2011. Have I mentioned I really like Morocco?

Casablancan Street Scene

Capturing Casablanca…

Casablancan street scene, June 2011. Have I mentioned I really like Morocco?

Tunisian Train Ride

Taken Back to Tunisia…

Sometimes the smallest things can bring back the biggest memories. Today I found this Tunisian train ticket… …and I was instantly transported to this north African train ride. Who needs air-conditioning when the doors are conveniently propped open by thrill-seeking

Tunisian Train Ride

Taken Back to Tunisia…

Sometimes the smallest things can bring back the biggest memories. Today I found this Tunisian train ticket… …and I was instantly transported to this north African train ride. Who needs air-conditioning when the doors are conveniently propped open by thrill-seeking

Nebuta Festival, Aomori, Japan

Our Top #10 Travel Experiences…

After 29 countries and some unforgettable adventures, we have chosen our top #10 travel experiences! Don’t forget to share yours in the comments section below! In no particular order and apart from living in our beloved Tokyo, the place we

Nebuta Festival, Aomori, Japan

Our Top #10 Travel Experiences…

After 29 countries and some unforgettable adventures, we have chosen our top #10 travel experiences! Don’t forget to share yours in the comments section below! In no particular order and apart from living in our beloved Tokyo, the place we

Tunisian Tea Time

Tunisian Tea Time…

A lump of sugar or four? When it comes to your coffee break in Tunisia, it seems more is more. How many sugars do you take in your tea/coffee?

Tunisian Tea Time

Tunisian Tea Time…

A lump of sugar or four? When it comes to your coffee break in Tunisia, it seems more is more. How many sugars do you take in your tea/coffee?

In full swing...

Mesmerizing Marrakech…

No trip to Marrakech is complete without a visit to the medina (old city). During the day, wander the labyrinthine souqs (markets) and at night, head into the main square, Djemma el Fna. As dusk descends, the square is transformed

In full swing...

Mesmerizing Marrakech…

No trip to Marrakech is complete without a visit to the medina (old city). During the day, wander the labyrinthine souqs (markets) and at night, head into the main square, Djemma el Fna. As dusk descends, the square is transformed

Moroccan Camel Leather Sandals

On a Shoestring…

I love my Moroccan camel leather sandals. I bought a pair on my first trip to Morocco in 2006. Quickly they became my favorite go-to summer footwear. I wore them whenever the weather would allow and were a definite in

Moroccan Camel Leather Sandals

On a Shoestring…

I love my Moroccan camel leather sandals. I bought a pair on my first trip to Morocco in 2006. Quickly they became my favorite go-to summer footwear. I wore them whenever the weather would allow and were a definite in

Setting out.

For Sand and Sunset…

A trip to Morocco is a great chance to get a glimpse into the expansive Sahara Desert. Covering most of northern Africa and 10% of the entire continent, the Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. It’s easy

Setting out.

For Sand and Sunset…

A trip to Morocco is a great chance to get a glimpse into the expansive Sahara Desert. Covering most of northern Africa and 10% of the entire continent, the Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. It’s easy